"Oasis" is the perfect name for this place. Gorgeous, rich, dramatic decor makes a cozy, warm, cocoon to spend time in. Comfortable chairs, a variety of inviting spaces to sit in. The botanical tea drinks were fabulous. I was seeking an iced coffee, which they had, but was very glad I tried the barista's recommendation. Interesting and unusual loose tea collection to purchase, many with healing properties listed on a menu as well as beautiful, unique packaging. These would make great gifts. The older gentleman there is truly inspiring and has a lot of interesting, do good life experiences to share. If you are looking for an experience for the senses that is out of the ordinary, go here and try something new. read more

My initiation was an attraction to the vibe and decor for a peaceful vibe respite but was met with a curmudgeon at the counter that basically said, "we don't have tea, etc". Not an inviting attitude. I purchased an obligatory "botanical" fizz drink leaving to a more welcoming environment. read more

When you're hot and tired and wanting just sit and chill before the evening begins, this is the place you'll want. They have sodas and French press coffee, teas and a few baked goods from nearby local places. They serve locally roasted coffee, as well as many herbal chocolates and books. Signs around the eclectic shop read "Kindness Matters" and "Love One Another". One whole corner of the shop is fenced off with a raised area with rugs, pillows, and a faux fireplace. Even on the hot mid-July day, it's an evocative sight. Shorts and sports shirts melded with business casual with laptop bags. My favorite part is folks that look as different as night and day singing along with Bob Marley on various songs. There's a bit of the Rasta in all of us, I guess. This is a great place to get your groove on. read more

Oasis - Decaf French Press for the afternoon! Cool, chill, and serene. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carrboro, North Carolina

This isn't a coffee shop any longer. It's a "botanicals" place. We went here based on the reviews with Indian soup and Mexican hot chocolate only to find they only have canned cold drinks and edibles. read more

This places atmosphere has brought me a lot of healing. The kratom is always mixed well with whatever juice you like. The kava is also very potent and smooth. read more

The decor of this place is adorable, you can literally spend hours studying or working in one of the big pillows on the floor, but coffee wise -- not good. I ordered a double espresso, and I know we cannot rely on American coffee but this was just strange, I was served two espresso shots into two different cups. My friend ordered a smoothie, that was certainly a better choice. They have WiFi and a few books to be bought at the store. read more

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Very cute interior and good tea selection! I used to love going to this place before covid. Unfortunately, making a visit here after the start of covid turned uncomfortable and awkward as the man behind the counter plays far-right radio shows non-stop and loves to go on anti-vax tirades to all of his customers. Not sure if he was always like this or the pandemic brought it out of him. Either way, it ruins the laidback and positive vibes I used to associate with the place. read more

Let me start off by saying NO ONE WAS WEARING A MASK. THE PEOPLE HANDLING FOOD WERE NOT WEARING MASKS. HUH Decor was very nice. And drinks were good and pretty cheap compared to other places in area. I have been here twice and don't see myself going again because of those who work there. Maybe they just hate students or anyone who isn't a regular but the service is absolute garbage. There is a bunch of people hanging out near the counter all chatting and no one gives you the time of day. During the time I was sitting there I saw multiple people come in (people who were student aged), wait and then leave cuZ they were being ignored. When older people came in the guy that worked there actually said hello. Like dude you're in a college town?? There is one older man that works here who was very not friendly to my friend I was with. She asked for water, he said no because he was eating at the counter, then one guy who maybe worked there got her a cup. And then the first guy told us there was a 90 minute rule after we had already been there for 3 hours. Even though there were people who had been there longer than us. I had also planned to purchase more than just one drink since I had been sitting there for a while, but the counter was very unapproachable because there were all those people up there watching. A bob Marley documentary. Like 10 of them. None wearing masks I'm sure these men claim they are hippies or something, but they are just a bunch of white dudes who probably have some strange superiority complex because they are so cultured and wise and woke. Doubt that guy will see this review, but why are you so rude lmao ALSO NO ONE WAS WEARING MASKS. THE PEOPLE WORKING THERE WHO WERE MAKING THE DRINKS WERENT WEARING MASKS also a police man who I think was their friend came behind The counter and just started serving customers. Without a mask. ACAB Never going again read more

Oasis has been open for nearly a year, yet they've not garnered enough reviews to hit double digits. For a place that has a sensational rating of 4.5 stars, how can that be? It can't be, because it is a false representation of the scene. Everyone has high hopes for new shops and restaurants that open at CarrMill, but the truth is, it's difficult to survive here. Oasis might, though, because it hits some of the requisite wickets. It caters to a certain customer type, someone who is looking for something specific. You'll know what I mean when you walk into this cafe that looks as though it was outfitted from a catalog for those on a hot zen pursuit. If you're looking for faux enlightenment amidst high-dollar waspy clothing shops, Oasis might fit you like a fine pair of ironic hipster pants. As for my experience and what I wanted, I visited because I saw an ad on a hot day for a real fruit smoothie. If there is a surprisingly sparse drink item in this town of trendy diets and farmers' markets, it is the fruit smoothie. What could be more refreshing on a typical humid NC day? Nothing. So, imagine my joy. Then, imagine my disappointment when I spy the makings of my drink through the wizard's curtained kitchen: standard bottled concoctions, blended together. Let's pretend that I didn't see what I thought I saw. Perhaps they pre-blended in order to preserve the serenity of Oasis. Regardless, the serving size was small for the cost, and the taste was less like just-blended fresh fruit and more like the textured too-sweet sludge at the bottom of a Naked juice if you neglect to shake before opening. But, skip that. I just don't care for the atmosphere. It feels pretentious and fake. They originally advertised themselves as being electronics-free, but they gave that up after the first two weeks of being open, so now they look like Starbucks or Open Eye, filled with glowing screens and pale complexions. So much for being unique and bucking trends. In fairness, Oasis isn't a horrible 1-star experience, but it isn't for everyone. Some places are, some places aren't, and Oasis fits the latter category. ----------- Addendum: It pains me to 2-star a place that has a fair amount of work put in to it, so I wanted to visit again, with some objective others, before finalizing this review. We stopped by on Monday only to discover that there is no oasis for the Monday-weary. That and they penned in a time change: opening at noon, not 11. So, we stopped by again on Tuesday, at 12:15, but the place was dark and locked. Not opening on time, I guess because they're too enlightened to follow a clock unlike us office drones who are desperate for...an oasis. read more

Oasis - Bottle-feeding moms need not apply. Nothing weird about this little incentive program. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carrboro, North Carolina

It's not an oasis anymore. There were many times after the Oasis opened that I would have given it 5 stars. Amazing atmosphere with beautifully painted walls, high ceilings, a fireplace with floor cushions ( couches and chairs too), and the best coffee in town. It was always fun to overhear conversations about metaphysics, or listen to reggae or folk music), or go to an evening presentation on shamanism. But my most recent visit, a few months ago, was terrible. The walls had been painted white. The owner, Robert, with whom my partner and I had chatted on dozens of occasions, did not recognize us. We got CBD coffee that was bitter and oily (we have the same kind at home, and it's really good.) I can't remember what was on the big screen, but there were 2 audio streams - one was some space age music. That was innocuous. But though we were at the farthest point from the counter where Robert sits, we heard every word of his computer playing ALEX JONES. "Oasis" , it's called. There are signs saying you've entered a calm sanctuary when you come in. Robert (supposedly) is all about One Love and his hippie days. All I got that day was a bitter old man playing the words of another bitter old man. And bad coffee. I know he got divorced at some point (because he talks about his personal business frequently and loudly to some forlorn groupies), and moved to Montana at one point, so maybe he's working through some trauma. Don't do it in front of your customers, dude! My partner jokingly said, when we left, "Hey Robert, we didn't have you down as an Alex Jones fan." Robert: "I use lots of sources. Nobody tells the truth..." and a few other conspiratorial mumblings. read more

I am surprised as to how is it possible a cafe will serve a cup of coffee of such low quality!!!! THIS WAS NOT FRESH COFFEE. It was served via a French press coffee maker, which was promising, however it tasted bitter as if the beans were not fresh ground coffee but something that has been sitting in a pot for a while, with hot water added. My impression is the attendant just went to the back of the room and poured in stale coffee from a container that kept the coffee warm!! In summary there is no excuse for a coffee shop to serve this disgusting brew. Shame on you!!! read more

Impressive vegan selection. Breast feeding friendly. read more

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The place itself wasn't too bad but the cultural appropriation of Asian teas and decor was SO inappropriate. It was run by two old white men, one who was a little rude to me. There were Buddhist statues, tapestries of Hindu gods, and CBD oil on display, things that don't even go together except for the fact that they're considered "zen". Especially with everything that has happened to the Asian community in the past few months, I am honestly just tired of seeing white people appropriate our culture to make a profit but not speak up when Asian Americans are actually being targeted in this country. read more

Truly an oasis in Carrboro. Anyone is welcome and everyone talks to each other. Robert is the sweetest person and will happily talk with you about anything. A sweet sweet person. Coffees, teas, and food are all created by hand by Robert. He puts his personal touch into everything he creates and it reflects in the service. People come here to study, relax, hibernate, chill out. I can't recommend this coffee shop enough. Beautiful decor, a pillow area for lounging, and a welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy!! read more

Like a second home. The atmosphere and vibe is great. Robert and everyone else who goes there is awesome. The weeknight events are great. No better place in the area to relax and hang out with good people. The kratom is excellent quality, too; discovered it by accident two years ago first I walked in, and Robert helped me find a strain that works for me and what I want to do. read more

I could live here. No really...I want to move in! Robert is so nice and knowledgeable. If you tell him your name, he will remember it. We came in 2 days in a row. The first day I had the ginger peach oolong tea. It came in a whole set up instead of just a cup, which I loved! The second day, I had Kava, sambar, and a lemonade. All good (the sambar was delicious). The ambience inside is so calming and pure. If I had to give a critique, it would just be that the menu needs updating. There are items on there that are no longer offered and that can be disappointing when you get excited about something. I can see this becoming a weekend stop for hubby and I. read more

Oasis - Ginger peach oolong setup. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carrboro, North Carolina

Went here to purchase some New Age hippie books, surprised to learn...also a coffee shop! DECOR: Looks like a harem, or a hippie cave, or a Bohemian harem for hippies in a cave. With pillows. OWNER RATING: A+! Super into the hippie cave. Friendly, welcoming, informative, invested in his business. He gave me a free chocolate truffle. Don't expect that all the time though! I looked like a guy who needed a free chocolate truffle. JONI MITCHELL: Music selection leaned heavily on the musical stylings of Joni Mitchell. Joni-haters beware! TEAS: I had the raspberry almond tea. And let me tell you the prices were the opposite of 'steep'. Haha, get it? It's a tea joke. You don't get it? Well 'leave' me alone. That's another tea joke. OVERALL RATING: Woodstock '69 read more

The Oasis exudes comfort. Lots of couches, padded seats, and a floor area. Oh the floor area has lots of pillows and looks awesome, but I don't know if I'm at a point in my life where I can lie down at a coffee shop while other people are there. Relaxing music, Indian-inspired decorations. I think whoever runs this probably appreciates other cultures and listens to NPR and has like two dozen bumper stickers explaining why we should eat local and gets hype to Enya, etc. So if you're into that, you'll fit right at home here. As a study spot, this could be good for keeping focus. As far as materialistic consumption is concerned, it was ok. The coffee was fine but nothing to fight for. I had a strawberry smoothie and I would give it a B-/C+. It had too much ice in it and tasted like concentrate--but I wouldn't say it was flavorless either. The (banana?) nut muffin was fine. The dish from Vimala's--i got the chickpea stew one--was very bland and lacked any flavor whatsoever--GRANTED they offered me sauce to put on it and i said no thanks, thinking it would be flavorful without it. Another plus--they're always offering living social deals, etc. so you can get good value. I used this in my first and only visit so far. The service was very friendly. Another minus--you have to deal with Car Mill parking's BS if you come during business hours. Also, it kind of seems like business hours have some level of variability but they update this on their website. Note--maybe they should consider having a twitter if this is going to be the norm for them. Oh, and they have a gift shop. Never heard of a coffee shop that calls the part where it sells stuff a gift shop, but I guess that's cool. They also apparently have films and speakers and stuff in the evening. All in all, it's a decent place, and i think it really carries the personality of its owners. I'd come again, but i don't know if I'd make it my regular spot. read more

Pictures of the interiors don't do justice to what meets the eye. The decor demands appreciation and the ambience is just right for quiet chat or quality time with your book. They serve only 1 coffee and they pride themselves about it being award winning coffee 2 years in a row. I decided to chance upon it and it was indeed good ! They do have soy milk options. Do ask. They tea menu is extensive and the gentleman behind the register is a very amicable. The Mexican hot chocolate was good. It had a tinge of spiciness to it but that just helps the tastes. The corner closer to the entrance doesn't have WiFi. But, the rest of the cafe does cater to the social ones. Bottomline: Great interesting interiors with pleasant ambience. I am coming again and again !... and again ! read more

I'm a huge fan of coffee shops, and this coffee shop is by far my favorite. There's a very warm ambiance about this little store and it's a great place to sit down and relax. All the teas are amazing (my personal favorite is the Turkish Mint) and the meals are really good as well. Perfect perfect place to unwind. read more

I came here on Sunday February 8th with a friend of mine. I had heard about the place by googling and me and my friend like to try new local eateries on the weekends. We came when the cafe was just opening up just before 2pm. I loved the ambiance at first site, the vibrant colors and decorations were amazing. I took at photo of the little nook with pillows, I think I might create such a place in my home. Anywho, I ordered a Spinach feta quiche, apple caramel crepe and white blueberry tea. My friend and I were chatting and enjoying the relaxing vibe and all was well...Until I got to my apple crepe. I ate about two bites from the crepe when I noticed something off. I looked closer and realized it was a long blonde strand of hair inside of my crepe. I pulled and pulled to make sure I was seeing what I thought it was. I showed my friend and she was equally disgusted. I ran to bathroom because my stomach was now unsettled and I was left wondering if I had consumed any other strands of hair without my knowledge. I didn't finish my tea and didn't want to dine anymore because my mood had been thrown off. My friend paid for her meal and the tall blonde haired sales associate was asking for me to pay for the remainder of my meal. I don't know what is customary for Oasis but at other establishments when a customer receives unsatisfactory service especially in cases of a health hazard like having a strand of hair baked into their crepe, the customer does not pay for their bill. Anywho she kept insisting I pay, my friend interjected to get her to understand how off putting this whole incident was so finally she didn't charge me. I am just so disappointed because this was a space I could have seen myself visiting many times to study or relax with a good book & tea. I really loved the decor and the overall feel but yesterday will be my first and last visit. read more

Oasis - Amazing ambiance and feel, it was a calming/relaxing vibe I got from the restaurant. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carrboro, North Carolina

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Small, eclectic lounge where they serve teas, snacks and kava products, even the occasional beer. Decor does include Asian motifs but as a practicing Zen Buddhist for 20 years, I would not say they are disrespectful. Having met the owner, I know he is very respectful of other cultures and religions and is enthusiastic about them. It is true; he was an authentic hippie in the day. Oasis has a wide range of entertainment and artistic presentations including poetry readings, Congolese drumming, visiting shamans and much more. Too bad about no masks; I'll be going back when it is safe. read more

A hidden gem and great study spot. Free events every night, including movies on Fridays (listed on their website). The Groupon deals they always have can't be beat. They also serve food from Vimala's Curryblossom -- so delicious. If you get a chance, talk to Robert the owner. He's always been there when I'm there and has very interesting stories. read more

I really don't want more people to find out about my little spot of heaven because I'll lose the solace in this incredibly quiet and peaceful location. It's teeny tiny and you could pretty easily miss it by not venturing inside. I love love love the Chai (super sweet vanilla kind, well made) and there's a variety of seating types. It's a little bit of a struggle to get to an outlet depending on your seat but worth the peaceful environment. There are a lot of plants and the owner would love to talk to you about the status of your soul or mercury being in retrograde. Always love to support local and it's easy to make that choice here. read more

We went there for the kava and were not disappointed. The place has a cool, far-east atmosphere and we enjoyed sitting in the comfy chairs and trying kava for the first time. The staff was amiable and helped make our time there. The live music proved to be a delightful surprise as well. We will definitely be back. My only suggestion would be to scatter some games like backgammon or chess about the shop. read more

You go to Oasis for coffee and come out with so much more. Run by the ever delightful Robert, he bends over backwards to ensure your experience is awesome. The coffees and teas are excellent. The muffins and chocolates are excellent as well. I don't often go for dinners but he does have some options available. The gold nugget here is the atmosphere. I would call it a Comfy, Cozy Conscious Coffee shop. You will not find the Starbucks crowd hanging out here. What you WILL find is an eclectic mix of healers, shamans, nutrionists, musicians, artists and the socially conscious. Robert sponsors free nightly talks and a Spiritual Cinema with enlightening movies on Friday nights. Go. You will not be disappointed. read more

Neat candies and drinks. Lots of Kratom and Kava options. I think they have CBD. More food options than most coffee shops. I liked the Indian food, and it's a nice lunch. Excellent price. Just $6. I guess at night they have events. read more

Incredible decor that is extremely cozy. Has a unique way of making you feel right at home. The owner has a great smile and is very welcoming and friendly. He's also the author of the books that are lying around the store. The perfect place to come to solely enjoy your company or bury yourself into a book, they don't have any wifi. Tried the Mexican hot chocolate and it was delicious. Tasted like a combination of hot chocolate and chai to me. They also hold an abundance of unique events. My girlfriends and I had come here to chat for a bit and we decided to stay for a little bit of a "laughter therapy" class and we had a blast. I will definitely be coming here more often for quality conversation and more unique events. read more

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The atmosphere of this place is really nice, but there's one specific man who works here who is SO rude. I've had several interactions with him, and on the first occasion, he was on the phone and made it very clear that I was really inconveniencing him by attempting to make a purchase. The next time I came in, I noticed him staring at me over the countertop the entire time I was sitting down. There were several other employees working both times and all of them were very kind, but this man's attitude has made all of my experiences really uncomfortable. read more

A hidden small coffee shop hidden inside the building that has Elmo's diner and Tandem. The place is decorated with art pieces from all over the world and the seating area is small but comfy- contains tables, couches, and even a small area for people to lounge on the ground (you have to take off your shoes before sitting in this area). The menu offers a variety of unique teas like Kenyan chai and roobios tea. They don't have the typical lattes but you can get French pressed coffee with soy milk or half-and-half. The place isn't loud and from my one visit the music was calming and there's a bathroom right around the corner. read more

Great atmosphere, service and food. We had the roasted oysters three ways, catfish and steak frites along with the roasted beets. The bartender was expert as well! read more

Oasis is amazing! The best coffee/herbal tea shop in Carrboro or Chapel Hill. If you have the honor of meeting Robert enjoy, it's hard to find integrity in Modern-America or a good conversation anymore, but you'll always find it at Oasis. read more

This place is beautifully decorated with a very relaxed vibe. Think floor cushions and mini-zen gardens. Robert, the owner, is very friendly and is great to chat with. I've tried some of the teas, which are good, but they also sell kratom, of which I'm a big fan. They have four different types to choose from and you can either have a drink there or take packets home. The only downside is that it's fairly expensive-- it can be purchased for much less online, but the quality is good. It also comes in brownies and gluten-free date bars. He also recently started selling CBD oil, but I've never tried it myself. I come here quite regularly! read more

Returned to Oasis and had another lovely time. The menu has been expanded with other vegetarian items. The owner is pleasant and sweet.

Great place to relax and enjoy the peace and tranquillity! Really enjoy band night and Ted talks.

This is what a coffee shop should be. Great coffee, friendly owner, funky chic vibe, and a nexus for open hearts and curious minds. Can't wait to go back. read more

After our Sunday brunch we were walking around and then stopped by at this place for coffee. The very first thing you notice....lovely lovely decor. Something very warm about it & you would never expect such a place within a complex. My husband wanted his caffeine doze for the day and we were surprised that they just had one kind, but that was award wining. Our experience with coffee drinking is fairly new and for us it was good. I simply loved my Mexican hot chocolate. We took our drinks & sat back to enjoy the atmosphere. It was truly like an oasis & gave such a warm fuzzy feeling. This is definitely a keeper. read more

I love this place so much! This was my favorite place to go study. Really cool employees and a chill vibe. I moved away and haven't been able to find another place like it :( read more

This is my favorite local coffee shop in Carrboro. The owner Robert is so friendly and inviting. The atmosphere and decor is awesome, which creates an artistic and peaceful vibe. The furniture is very comfortable (love the leather couches) and they offer fabulous events such as workshops, lectures, and films. Honestly, I like that it is a place I can go to have nice conversation with like-minded individuals that is not dominated by students with laptops; I can always find a seat. It is supported by an older crowd (i.e. out of college), which is hard to find at a coffee shop in Carrboro. A real gem! read more

Wonderful, sweet place to relax and enjoy an oasis from the outside world. Great tea selection but if you like strong coffee ask him to make it extra strong. Not sure he gets the coffee thing. read more